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Financial Accountant (Level 2)

Full Time Opportunity

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Accountability
  • Time-management
  • Problem-solving
  • Analytical-thinking
  • Attention-to-detail
  • Client-relationship

Overview


Our client is looking for a Financial Accountant at Consultant Level who can independently manage a moderately complex client portfolio. This role is focused on delivering high-quality accounting, tax, and compliance services while building strong client relationships. The successful candidate will handle full accounting functions, including financial reporting, tax planning, and communication with regulatory bodies. A high degree of autonomy, attention to detail, and proactive client engagement are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities


  • Independently manage a portfolio of moderately complex clients
  • Provide complete accounting services, from data entry to financial reporting
  • Prepare management accounts, budgets, and forecasts
  • Compile and analyse Annual Financial Statements (AFS)
  • Submit tax packs and initiate lockdown procedures once financials are signed
  • Perform tax planning and compliance for companies, close corporations, and trusts
  • Prepare and deliver ratio analysis and financial trend reports
  • Present financial findings to clients in a clear, value-adding manner
  • Attend client meetings to discuss general business matters
  • Address client queries telephonically or via email and document all responses
  • Maintain deep understanding of each client's business activities and challenges
  • Deliver accurate and timely statutory submissions, including VAT201 and ad hoc filings
  • Handle SARS queries, penalties, interest, refunds, and tax clearance applications
  • Liaise with internal teams, external auditors, and regulatory bodies as needed
  • Ensure partner/manager is informed of all client issues and receives required documentation promptly

Experience


  • 2–4 years’ post-articles experience in an accounting firm or related role
  • Full accounting function experience

Qualifications


  • BCom or Honours Degree in Accounting or Financial Accounting
  • Completed or qualified SAICA, AGA, or SAIPA training contract
  • 2–4 years’ experience in a similar role

Tools & Technologies


  • Excel
  • Xero
  • CaseWare
  • IFRS for SMEs
  • AFS
  • Forecasting
  • Tax Returns
  • VAT
  • Accounting to Balance Sheet
Cape Town
Expected Salary

32 000 ZAR P/M

Work Policy

Hybrid

Team

Finance

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